Lewisham PCN – Should you Pay or Appeal?
Have you just found a Lewisham Penalty Charge Notice on your windscreen, and you’re unsure whether to pay it or appeal?
You’ve come to the right place for help. Every month, over 130,000 people visit our website for advice on fines and parking tickets.
In this clear and simple guide, we’ll explain:
- What a Lewisham Penalty Charge Notice is.
- If you need to pay a Lewisham Penalty Charge Notice.
- How to appeal a Lewisham Penalty Charge Notice.
- Ways to avoid getting a Penalty Charge Notice in Lewisham.
- What could happen if you don’t pay the charge.
In 2021, Churchill Motor Insurance reported an 8% increase in penalty charge notices in Britain, with over 5.2 million issued.1 So it’s quite common to be concerned about PCNs.
But there’s no need to worry. We have lots of useful tips and examples to help you. From understanding road signs to following the right appeal process, we’ll guide you through it all.
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What is a Lewisham PCN?
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PCN Common Defences
Understanding the defences against PCNs is crucial, as it helps you avoid unjust penalties, protect your finances, ensure fair treatment, and maintain peace of mind.
There are a few common PCN defences that you can use if you decide to appeal your ticket.
| Common PCN Defence | Explanation |
| You were parked correctly | By law, your ticket should be cancelled if you haven’t broken any parking laws. |
| Unclear, incorrect, or missing signage | It is a legal requirement that all parking areas or roads with parking restrictions have clear road markings or signage. You also have a good defence if your ticket was sent in the post, but there were no signs warning of CCTV or ANPR systems when you parked. |
| You had no way to pay | You can appeal your ticket if you can prove that the only available ticket machine was broken or damaged. You also won’t win your appeal if there is a sign telling you not to park if there is no way of paying. |
| It wasn’t you who committed the parking infraction | The ticket should be cancelled if you didn’t commit the parking infraction as someone else was driving your car. |
| You couldn’t get back to your car | People with some disabilities or small children are protected from discrimination by the 2010 Equality Act. Struggling to get back to your car could be legitimate grounds for appeal. |
| Your car had broken down | If you got a ticket whilst waiting for your car to be towed or fixed, you have strong grounds for appeal. The ticket issuer should have understood that you physically couldn’t move it. |
| You were only just out of time | Late by just 5 or 10 minutes? You can appeal as you are entitled to a ‘grace period’ after your parking time runs out. |
Understanding signs and road markings
Understanding signs and road markings in Lewisham should reduce the risk of getting a Penalty Charge Notice.
If you aren’t sure whether to park on not, you should err on the side of caution, and not park.
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Successful Appeal Case Study
Situation
| Initial Fine | £100 |
| Additional Fees | £171 |
| Total Fine | £271 |
The Appeal Process
Scott used JustAnswer, online legal service to enhance his appeal. The trial of this cost him just £5.
| Total Fine | £271 |
| Cost of legal advice | £5 |
JustAnswer helped Scott craft the best appeal possible and he was able to win his case.
Scott’s fine was cancelled and he only paid £5 for the legal help.
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